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Provision of Nutanix

DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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09 Apr 2021 at 13:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) sought contract bids for the provision of Nutanix software support and licences, with a budget of £41,492.35. This procurement process was initiated through a selective tendering method, operating under a framework agreement. The contract period is set to commence on 31 March 2021 and will run until 30 March 2022. The tender closed on 8 March 2021, and it falls under the broader category of software packages and information systems, specifically focusing on IT services.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in IT support and software services to expand their offerings. Particularly, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that provide services related to software development, consulting, and system maintenance should consider competing for this tender. Engaging with the DVLA could enhance their portfolio and establish a working relationship with a significant public sector agency, thereby fostering further growth and potential contracts in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Nutanix

Notice Description

DVLA is looking to renew its software support and licences for its Nutanix agreement which was purchased as a proof of concept three years ago. Various renewal periods were reviewed, and a 12 month renewal will provide the DVLA with the best balance of contract flexibility and value.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0d9d380c-4372-470f-b9ad-10c797127637
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c732bc-2037-44b1-963c-93578d44aeb1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,492 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,492 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2021 - 30 Mar 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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